Reviewed by: stumonky , from Houma, LA

Summary:
I chose 3 stars - not 1.

Reviewed by: stumonky , from Houma, LA

Summary:
The park itself is very nice. I enjoyed our night stay there better than when we stayed at Lake Kincaid. Although the trails here are very mild. The use of the word 'technical' by others reviewers did not jump out to me. On some parts there were some light climbs nice switchbacks. The trails are clearly marked and even upcoming turns (what happened to surprise?). The few technical parts were mostly short followed by very long scenic spots of flat singletrack with well made bridges through swamp and marshy areas. I would reccomend this trail as a 'PRE' Lake Kincaid or Clear Springs trail. It defintely not one of Louisina's best BUT the layout and park is very nice. Work is needed in this trail in ditches which are impossible to cross (walked through quite a few) and the high transitions on the bridges could be made smoother. I'm not saying this is a terrible trail but it's defintley not my favorite. Spend the night in the park and ride the whole loop makes for a nice little workout. It would be best described as a step down from Wild Azalea. (Beginner to Intermediate)

Recommended Route:
We camped in the North camping area and started at the North trailhead and did the whole loop clockwise.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Lake Kincaid, Clear Springs, Hooper & Comite Park, De Soto.

Reviewed by: Bert , from Lafayette, LA

Summary:
This is one great trail. I love the fact that it is only 45 minutes from my place. I remember the first time I went on this trail, no kidding, I fell all over the place. If you are just learning how to mountain bike, then I recommend Lake Fausse Point. After you can ride that trail without dismounting, then make it to Chicot. If you plan on making it around the whole lake, take your time and wear a hydration pak. I wouldn't recommend this trail in after a rain, let it dry for a couple of days, even then it will still be muddy and have water pockects. I've been riding now for about a year, and I still have to dismount in certain sections, but every time it gets better and better. Watch out for those hikers and campers in the spring and summer. Bring repellent during the summer. Females, definetly try this out. My wife enjoys most of the trail (with the exception of the first two miles of the south trail). Not a lot of trail riders in the morning, so take advantage.

Recommended Route:
Take the South trail entrance first. If you make it through this portion, then the rest is easier.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
45 minutes north, Lake Kincaid

Reviewed by: KH , from Lafayette

Summary:
Ok trail sort of sandy and muddy. Decent singletrack but not the greatest. gets a double by me.

Recommended Route:
All that can